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    Lexus RX

    EPA MPG: 24 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    We expect the 2025 RX will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 and 2024 models.

    The 2023 Lexus RX has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2023 Lexus RX owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Apple CarPlay

    "It's an intermittent problem after starting the car,carplay doesn't work. Once or twice a week."

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Backup or other camera/sensors

    "The backup camera uses a lens that is almost a fisheye. The detorsion makes if very difficult to judge distance and clearance from obstacles. In addition, the installation is poor in that a drop of water will form on the camera lens anytime it rains with essentially makes the camera useless."

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Display screen goes blank

    "The Infotainment display tells me I have a message (from the car, not a text message on my phone). I hit the button to display the message and I just get a solid white screen. No back button, no message, nothing. To reset, you can restart the car or eventually the screen will return to where it started."

    Anonymous, TX (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

    "Bad ergonomics"

    Anonymous, CA (2023 Lexus RX 350.0)
    In-dash navigation system (GPS)

    "Body control module stopped communication with GPS. Dealer replaced gps and body control module now will not pair to phones or link with Lexus App"

    Anonymous, ON (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

    "Don't know if it's carplay or paring issue."

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Radio

    "Confused controls"

    Anonymous, CA (2023 Lexus RX 350.0)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "fit and finish, part of dashboard came loose.."

    Anonymous, LA (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "a rock went through the grill and knocked out the air conditioner condenser. NO screen behind the grill to keep rocks that may get kicked up from getting in there"

    Anonymous A., MN (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    12V battery

    "The auto start-stop feature on the vehicle, stopped working and when you stopped the car, the display said 'battery charging' . The dealer replaced the battery and that helped sometimes, but sometimes I still get the 'battery charging' even when I have just completed 2+ hours at highway speeds and I know the battery is fully charged."

    Anonymous, TX (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Keyless entry

    "Electronic door handles froze during the winter and doors could not be opened from the outside"

    Anonymous, ON (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Rotors

    "Every time I braked, I would feel a pumping sensation. I brought it into the service department. I find their advisors often very dismissive of issues I raise. The first advisor said this is totally normal. When I brought the car in for a routine service, I had a different advisor. He said it could be the rotors arent wearing evenly. He asked if I drive on hills and I told him my commute is completely flat. The rotors required resurfacing which would have been very costly had the vehicle not still been under warranty."

    Anonymous, NV (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    Other climate system problem

    "The AC takes much too long to cool off the inside compartment - 10 to 15 minutes - and does not cool the interior as much as my 2022 RX 350."

    Anonymous, NJ (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Engine computer

    "Ck engine came on after approximately 1600 miles. Took Lexus almost 4 weeks to figure out why"

    Anonymous, NY (2023 Lexus RX F Sport 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    What Owners Say

    Turbo or supercharger

    "Excellent pick-up on the highway, but chokes and hesitates when at a standstill position and you want to accelerate quickly. It is also a gas guzzler."

    Anonymous, NJ (2023 Lexus RX 350.0 2.4-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    2023 SUVs Reliability

    This Car
    vs. Similar Cars

    Lexus vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability

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    Engine Minor
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    Fuel System/Emissions
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    Exhaust
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    Suspension/Steering
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    Brakes
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    Climate System
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    Build Quality
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    In-car Electronics
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    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    AIR BAGS, STEERING
    Jan 29, 2025
    A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
    Summary:
    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    What should you do:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 25V040000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 1716
    AIR BAGS, STEERING
    Jul 12, 2023
    A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
    Summary:
    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    What should you do:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V480000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 152927
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